1980 Saab 900 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 838 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Saab | Tata |
| Model | 900 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
